Ray White Helensburgh

Meet the team

Get to know the 7 agents at Ray White Helensburgh.

Licensed Real Estate Agent

About Elle

A natural relationship builder, Elle is known for her professionalism, passion and integrity. With over 15 years’ experience in luxury sales and marketing, Elle’s understanding of the property market both in Sydney and Northern Illawarra proves invaluable when marketing and running a residential sales campaign. Her experience and continual hard work give Elle a unique advantage and her client’s peace of mind that they will receive the highest level of service & achieve the best result when selling their biggest asset. As a Psychology graduate with postgraduate experience in Communication and Counselling, Elle is a highly skilled communicator & negotiator. Her positive, persistent approach to helping clients achieve their real estate goals together with her vast knowledge of the Northern Illawarra area makes Elle Ritson the first person you should speak to when considering selling your property. Elle currently holds the sales record for the top residential property sale in Helensburgh and the top apartment sale in Helensburgh.

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Mattias Samuelsson

Director and Chairman's Elite Agent

(45 reviews)

About Mattias

Mattias has firmly positioned himself as the top performing agent on the Northern Illawarra coastline. He and his team at Ray White Helensburgh have established an impressive sales record that is not rivalled by any other real estate agency in the local area. Some noteworthy achievements... - Achieved the #2 & #3 sales price in the Northern Illawarra - Responsible for 8 out of the top 13 sales in the Northern Illawarra whilst no other agent has managed more than 2 - Currently holds the record price in 6 separate suburbs - Successfully sold more properties than any other agent in the Northern Illawarra during 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 When results matter, talk to the agent with the proven track record for achieving more sales at higher prices.

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Ian Pepper

Licensed Real Estate Agent

(30 reviews)

About Ian

With over two decades of experience in finance and real estate, Ian Pepper brings a unique blend of analytical expertise and community-focused service to Pepper Real Estate. His career spans from high-level financial roles to hands-on property sales, underpinned by a commitment to integrity and client success. Professional Background: Ian's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Economics with a major in Accounting from Macquarie University, followed by postgraduate qualifications and membership in the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Australia. He honed his financial acumen during nearly a decade with PricewaterhouseCoopers in Sydney and London. Furthering his expertise, Ian earned an MBA from Macquarie Graduate School of Management and obtained Diplomas in Finance Broking, Financial Planning, and Real Estate. Transitioning into real estate, Ian joined Ray White Helensburgh in 2006 as a preferred finance professional and moved into sales in 2019. His dedication and performance earned him the Premier Member status for 2021–2022, placing him in the top 20% of the Ray White Group. In 2024, Ian was recognized as the number one selling agent in Stanwell Park and Otford and was named the 2025 Agent of the Year for Stanwell Park by RateMyAgent. Community Engagement: Beyond his professional achievements, Ian is deeply invested in the local community. Over the past 20 years, he has actively volunteered with school P&Cs, surf clubs, and boardriding clubs, reflecting his belief in contributing to the area's vibrancy and well-being. Pepper Real Estate: At Pepper Real Estate, Ian combines his financial insight and real estate experience to offer clients personalized, strategic advice. His approach is characterized by clear communication, ethical practices, and a deep understanding of the local market. Whether you're buying or selling, Ian's goal is to make the process seamless and rewarding.

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Ron Kissell

Sales Agent / Auctioneer

(2 reviews)

About Ron

Ron Kissell is an Elite Performer within the National Ray White network - an annual distinction he has achieved over the last eight years with 2009/2010/2011/2012/2013/2014/2015 being his highlights as he was recognized as the number one salesperson in NSW Regional ,Illawarra, the Sutherland Shire and St George areas for the Ray White group for six consecutive years.

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Chris Kissell

Sales Agent

(1 review)

About Chris

Chris currently has 2 active property listings and 33 sold property listings over the past 12 months.

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Jayson Holloway

5 days ago

Above and Beyond

We had a fantastic experience working with Elle throughout the entire process. From the beginning, she was professional, knowledgeable, and always kept us informed every step of the way. What really stood out was her willingness to go above and beyond what was expected even post sale. We truly appreciated all of their hard work and dedication (the entire Ray White Helensburgh team), and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and hardworking real estate professional.

Elle Ritson

(104 reviews)

3 months ago

Elle was Excellent

Elle was very professional and walked us through every step of the way through the sale of our property . We would highly recommend Elle to anyone selling their property.

Elle Ritson

(104 reviews)

3 months ago

A refreshing, honest and stress free experience

We had an amazing experience working with Elle when purchasing our first home. From the very beginning she was down to earth, approachable, and genuinely upfront. A refreshing change from other agents we’d encountered. She communicated clearly, always made time for our questions, and made what could have been a stressful process feel far more manageable. As first-home buyers, we really appreciated Elle’s honesty, professionalism, and the way she always had our best interests at heart. We couldn’t recommend her more highly to anyone, looking for a real estate agent who is trustworthy, knowledgeable, and genuinely lovely to deal with.

Elle Ritson

(104 reviews)

4 months ago

first time selling a property

the property was listed very well . great work done by Mattias and the team . a great outcome was reached

Mattias Samuelsson

(45 reviews)

4 months ago

Great service and fantastic result

We had a great experience working with Mattias. Communication was fast and clear, he kept us informed every step of the way, and ultimately achieved an excellent result for the sale of our home. We couldn’t be happier

Mattias Samuelsson

(45 reviews)

4 months ago

Thank you Mattias

Mattias did a great job selling our house. His communication skills were excellent. He was available 24/7 to answer my calls. He is not only a good bloke but excellent at his job. Mattias has built a large team of quality people. I felt like I had an army of highly qualified people helping us sell our house. He exceeded expectations and made the process easy and stress free. Thank you Mattias.

Mattias Samuelsson

(45 reviews)

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